At Applied Pressure, we do massage therapy differently. We call ourselves the Anti-Spa for a reason: forget Swedish massage, our goal isn’t to pamper you with fluff, but to deliver impactful results with our deep, effective bodywork that moves the needle on your health. Located in the heart of the Twin Cities near Minneapolis, we are achieving long-lasting results for our clients. You have to experience this to fully appreciate it. We look forward to introducing you to Applied Pressure!
We specialize in a seamless combination of space, creating deep tissue massage + Myofascial Release + ashiatsu. We create space in your tissue and restore posture, using our hands, elbows and feet! Our Minneapolis clients rely on us to experience long-lasting relief, not just 60 minutes of “feel good”.
Our sessions are customized and impactful, designed to meet the needs of those who are searching for “something more” from a massage. Whether you're simply wanting to feel better, recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or trying to improve your physical performance, our bodyworkers are trained to help you get results.
At Applied Pressure, our focus is on delivering precision-driven, therapeutic massage that addresses the true source of your discomfort. (We call this “Treatment Bodywork”.) Instead of aromatherapy & soft lighting, you’ll find a team that prioritizes structural integrity, body mechanics, and advanced manual techniques. Every massage therapist in our studio that serves Minneapolis is trained to assess and adjust their approach based on your individual needs.
Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones, and organs. When it becomes tight, inflamed, or restricted, it can cause pain, limit mobility, and throw off your alignment. At Applied Pressure, Myofascial Release is a foundational part of our Minneapolis massage sessions.
Unlike typical deep tissue massage that compresses muscle bellies, we use expansive pressure to create space in the body. And unlike traditional Myofascial techniques that wait endlessly for tissues to soften, our therapists use precise, confident techniques to get faster, more impactful results.
We target origin points and connective seams to encourage your body to realign naturally. This allows for a deeper release and greater healing capacity.
Our massage therapy clients in Minneapolis and St. Paul come from all walks of life.
Examples include:
Our work bridges the gap between standard massage and advanced therapy. We’re proud to be a trusted referral partner for many local physical therapists and chiropractors.
This is not your average relaxing massage. Our deep tissue sessions work through the layers of muscle to get to the root cause of pain and dysfunction. We adjust pressure and technique in real time to match your body’s needs.
Instead of gliding over the surface, we dive into fascia throughout the body, paying special attention to muscle origin points, creating space that allows for improved mobility and alignment.
Each body is different. Our sessions adapt moment to moment to meet your specific needs, using a combination of pressure, fascia work, stretching, and intuitive techniques.
Forget candles, essential oils, and robes. From the moment you arrive at Applied Pressure, you’ll know you’re somewhere different. Our goal isn’t comfort alone—it’s results.
During your visit:
We won’t waste your time or talk your ear off. We get right to work.
To experience real change, we suggest an initial series of three sessions over three weeks. This allows your body to reset and adapt. After that, you can move to a maintenance schedule, most clients enjoy seeing us every month, bi-weekly, or as needed.
We work with people on different schedules and goals. Whether you want ongoing support or just need us when pain flares up, we’re here.
Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why we proudly recommend a network of professionals across the Minneapolis and St. Paul area to support your ongoing health. These are practitioners Dena personally trusts with her own body:
We believe in a well-rounded, body-connected lifestyle. Your care doesn’t stop with us—we help you build your full healing ecosystem.
We’re honest about our limitations. Certain clients may benefit from different styles of therapy:
If we’re not the right fit, we’ll help point you toward someone who is.
Applied Pressure is more than a massage studio. It’s a space where healing happens deeply and effectively. We take pride in being the Minneapolis massage therapists who actually make a difference—and in earning the trust of clients who drive across the city just to work with us.
Let us help your body do what it was built to do—heal, move, and thrive.
Ready to experience it for yourself? Book your appointment today and discover how effective massage therapy in Minneapolis can be.